I am very proud to be an American. In one generation we have changed ourselves to such a degree that it seems impossible to any student of the history of racism.

As a child there were no negroes in my schools. They went to their own school. The language and violence against people of color was blatant and openly accepted. I grew into a young man during the late 60's and 70's. I lived the big change. And now a "black" president. We all should be very proud no matter what...

Despite all the economic problems, there is still a very large pool of money that is looking for investments. What is the next bubble?

My guess is green technology and products. Venture Capitalists are already focusing on the segment. Colin Powell is a leader in one of the biggest VC companies. Al Gore and many other rich people are also heavily invested in greentech companies and actively promoting them.

A Democratic controlled Congress and White House will turn on...

I finally got around to watching Palin's first national speech and reading a lot of comments from both sides of the political spectrum.

I think Obama is in trouble.

The democrats are making a big deal about the necessity of experience. Some are saying that Palin is just an empty headed beauty queen. They say McCain used a cheap gender trick. Barbara Streisand said that women are not so stupid to vote for McCain just because he picked a pretty woman. Others are rightfully...